About This Role
DBE Publishing is seeking a Developmental Editor to work with DBEBooks authors on structure, story, character, and voice. You will provide high-level editorial feedback that helps manuscripts reach their full potential before moving into production.
- Provide comprehensive developmental feedback on manuscripts
- Evaluate story structure, pacing, character development, and theme
- Write editorial letters and work with authors through multiple drafts
- Collaborate with the publishing team on timelines and deliverables
- Identify and articulate story problems and solutions clearly
Qualifications
- 3+ years of developmental editing experience
- Strong understanding of narrative structure and storytelling craft
- Experience editing science fiction, urban fiction, or multicultural literature
- Excellent written communication and editorial instincts
Nice to Have- Experience with debut authors or diverse voices
- Background in agenting, MFA programs, or literary publishing